Why You Need a Social Advertising Strategy

whitePaper | December 30, 2019

Social media has become a standard way of life, as evidenced in the 22% increase in usage within the past year. This is more than a simple media consumption habit. A typical Facebook, LinkedIn, Twitter or Instagram user is actively engaged with their social network multiple times daily, which is promising for brands who are active on social media platforms.

whitePaper | October 3, 2022

Over the past few years, outdoor advertising has evolved at a rapid pace. No longer restricted to paper-based posters, billboards and flyers pinned to lampposts, the out of home (OOH) ad has gone digital thanks to the growing network of digital out of home media, or DOOH media, now readily accessible to businesses of all shapes and sizes at a cost- effective rate via modern programmatic buying platforms. Digital outdoor advertising is one of the best ways for SMBs to reach consumers and capture the attention of their target audience – which is precisely why it’s now a priority for businesses looking to drive audience engagement with dynamic content in an offline environment.

whitePaper | June 2, 2022

The media industry is entering a new phase of evolution yet again as the world begins to reopen, thanks to increasing COVID-19 vaccination coverage. Global advertising spend rose by 24% in 2021, the strongest year-over-year growth on record in 40 years, according to the World Advertising Research Center (WARC). Ad spend is expected to grow by another 12.5% in 2022. This is positive news for publishers. However, new opportunities bring new challenges.

whitePaper | February 6, 2023

With casual gaming advertising - particularly the high-performing rewarded video ad format - smartclip offers a powerful, brand-safe, and effective way for companies to reach their potential customers with targeted, scalable campaigns. In this white paper, smartclip aims to ensure the opportunities presented by casual gaming advertising are accessible to all, sharing the insight, expertise, and knowledge needed to take any campaign to the next level.

whitePaper | July 27, 2023

IAB Europe has released an initial ‘Guide to Improving Sustainable Business Decision-Making’ to assist businesses in the digital advertising ecosystem navigate the ever-evolving landscape of sustainability and responsible business practices. In recent times, terms such as ‘sustainable’, ‘green’, ‘net-zero’, and ‘carbon-neutral’ to describe technology, services, and products in the digital advertising industry have increased in traction making it increasingly important for businesses to understand the validity of such claims. With the rise of greenwashing practices, where false or misleading claims are made regarding environmental efforts, it is crucial for businesses to exercise due diligence when evaluating sustainability claims and when looking to choose the partners they wish to work with. Government regulators are also intensifying their focus on combating such practices, and businesses need to ensure that their decisions align with genuine sustainability goals. The guide was written by members of IAB Europe’s Sustainability Standards Committee and offers valuable insights and practical tips to help organisations make more informed choices when looking to achieve sustainability in the digital advertising industry.

whitePaper | December 18, 2019

Over the course of a year, the digital audio industry has experienced unprecedented change. This year’s analysis reveals how perceptions of digital audio have developed in the past 12 months and takes a definitive look at the factors driving the industry forward. This year, 86% of advertising agencies and 66% of brand advertisers said that they now see digital audio as a key part of their integrated media strategies.